Environmental Services Technician, Long Term Care (LTC)

Good Samaritan; Parsons (KS); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

Environmental Services Technician, Long Term Care (LTC) | Sanford Careers

Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.

Facility: GSS KS Parsons Ctr
Location: Parsons, KS
Address: 709 Leawood Dr, Parsons, KS 67357, USA
Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts
Job Schedule: PRN
Weekly Hours: Varies
Starting Rate: 11.00 - 17.00

Job Summary

The Environmental Services Technician is responsible for maintaining a safe and sanitary environment in patient/resident rooms and assigned areas. Responsibilities include following infection control, safety, and procedural guidelines, and tasks such as emptying waste baskets, sweeping, scrubbing, waxing, or polishing floors using appropriate tools and equipment. Knowledge of healthcare housekeeping processes, tools, and techniques is essential to provide a clean and sterile environment for patients/residents and staff.

Responsibilities may include cleaning patient/resident rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, locker rooms, and other areas to meet health standards. Proper use of protective equipment, maintaining clean and organized storage and equipment, and using technology such as pagers responsibly are also required. Assisting in laundry areas and using technology applications may be part of the role depending on location and program availability.

Physical Activities & Requirements

This role involves physical activities such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, twisting, squatting, and handling materials. The ability to lift/move up to 40-50 lbs and push/pull on flat surfaces or ramps is required. The position requires standing for most of the shift and may expose the individual to noise levels from equipment.

Work Hours

Work hours vary based on patient/resident needs and may include overtime, call, backup call, nights, days, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• At least six months of housekeeping or commercial cleaning experience preferred.
• Ability to use a computer; prior cleaning experience helpful.
• Knowledge of cleaning materials, equipment, methods, and chemicals is advantageous.
• Strong customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills required.
• Previous custodial experience in healthcare preferred.

Benefits & Additional Information

The Good Samaritan Society offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying employees, including health, dental, vision insurance, life insurance, 401(k), work/life balance benefits, and generous time off. For more details, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits.

We are an EEO/AA employer. Accommodations for applicants with disabilities are available upon request. Our workplace maintains a Drug-Free Policy, and employment is contingent upon passing a drug screen and background check.

Req Number: R-0223045
Job Function: Facilities and General Services